Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SAN to DSM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Des Moines (and then seeing more of United States!) is a breeze with Allegiant Air. This popular airline has direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Allegiant Air.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAN and DSM:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight is Rs22,073. A return ticket is currently Rs47,652. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from SAN to DSM, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SAN to DSM by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines International Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The address for SAN is Airport Drive.
When it comes to San Diego International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.38% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach San Diego International Airport from central San Diego, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near SAN. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Diego International Airport to Des Moines International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DSM instead:
Grab a Des Moines International Airport rental car and explore Des Moines and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Enterprise and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Book your ride from Des Moines International Airport at least a few weeks ahead to secure the best deal. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to central Des Moines
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport to the centre of Des Moines has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Des Moines in April.
When reserving your flight from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Des Moines, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -13ºC and 2ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SAN to DSM around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Des Moines. Around 499 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 499 kilometres east of Des Moines, Milwaukee is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
